Globalization

What is globalization?
Globalization is a term used to describe the
changes in societies and the world economy
that are the result of dramatically increased
trade and cultural exchange. In specifically
economic contexts, it refers almost exclusively
to the effects of trade, particularly trade
liberalization or "free trade".
 It is a common belief that globalization
plays a role just at international levels of trade
and commerce, but the fact is that it has played
an important role in making our lives much
more comfortable too. The
phones, apparels, gadgets or accessories that
we use in our day-to-day life are be available
to us through globalization. Knowingly or
unknowingly, we are all under the impact of
globalization, and more importantly it has
helped in bringing international peace and
justice to mankind.
“Globalization” can mean:
 The formation of a global village - closer
contact between different parts of the
world, with increasing possibilities of personal
exchange, mutual understanding and friendship
between "world citizens",
 Economic globalization - "free trade" and
increasing relations among members of an
industry in different parts of the world
(globalization of an industry), with a
corresponding erosion of National
Sovereignty in the economic sphere.
Signs of globalization
 Increase in international trade at a faster rate than the growth in the
world economy
 Increase in international flow of capital including foreign direct
investment
 Greater transborder data flow, using such technologies such as
the Internet, communication satellites and telephones
 Greater international cultural exchange, for example through the export
of Hollywood and Bollywood movies.
 Some argue that even terrorism has undergone globalization. Terrorists
now have attacked places all over the world.
 Spreading of multiculturalism and better individual access to cultural
diversity, with on the other hand, some reduction in diversity
through assimilation, hybridization, Westernization, Americanization or
Sinosization of cultures.
 Erosion of national sovereignty and national borders through
international agreements leading to organizations like
the WTO andOPEC
 Greater international travel and tourism
 Greater immigration, including illegal immigration
 Development of global telecommunications
infrastructure
 Development of a global financial systems
 Increase in the share of the world economy controlled by
multinational corporations
 Increased role of international organizations such
as WTO, WIPO, IMF that deal with international
transactions
 Increase in the number of standards applied globally;
e.g. copyright laws
Anti- globalization
 Many anti-globalism activists see globalization
as the promotion of a Corporatist agenda, which
is intent on constricting the freedoms of
individuals in the name of profit. They also
claim that increasing autonomy and strength of
corporate entities increasingly shape the
political policy of nation-states.
 globalization imposes credit based
economics, resulting in unsustainable growth of
debt and debt crises.
Pro-globalization (globalism)

 Supporters of free trade point out that

economic theories such as comparative
advantage suggests that free trade leads to a
more efficient allocation of resources, with
all those involved in the trade benefitting. In
general, they claim that this leads to lower
prices, more employment and better
allocation of resources.
Globalization in the Philippines

 The country is taking part in the process of

globalization ever since the country signed
agreements with World Trade Organization
in 1995.
 Now, globalization is very effective in the
Philippines, it has allowed major changes in
the nation like more labor, and more
Filipino and foreign companies has emerged
in the nation in order to help the country’s
developing economy.
 Globalization can make the Philippines into a
better nation if the Philippine leaders to make their
economy more advance through global trading and
allowing more foreign investors to the help boost the
economy. And by accomplishing those goals, the
Philippines should be able to reduce the poverty level
as well as increase labor force for job opportunities for
those that are in need for a living. However, since the
poverty level is still increasing, most Filipinos has
managed to find work overseas and they have managed
to seek better living than in the Philippines. The most
effective factor in the Philippines is education. The
society’s mentality is to be educated and it’s with
education that people in the nation see their
opportunity for a better life in the future.
Advantages
 Peaceful Relations
Most of the countries have resorted to trade
relations with each other in order to boost their
economy, leaving behind any bitter past
experiences if any.
 Employment
Considered as one of the most crucial
advantages, globalization has led to the generation
of numerous employment opportunities. Companies
are moving towards the developing countries to
acquire labor force.
 Education
A very critical advantage that has aided the
population is the spread of education. With
numerous educational institutions around the
globe, one can move out from the home country for
better opportunities elsewhere.
 Product Quality
The product quality has been enhanced so as to
retain the customers. Today the customers may
compromise with the price range but not with the
quality of the product. Low or poor quality can
adversely affect consumer satisfaction.
 Cheaper Prices
Globalization has brought in fierce competition
in the markets.
 Communication
Every single information is easily accessible
from almost every corner of the world.
Circulation of information is no longer a
tedious task, and can happen in seconds. The
Internet has significantly affected the global
economy, thereby providing direct access to
information and products.
 Transportation
Considered as the wheel of every business
organization, connectivity to various parts of the
world is no more a serious problem. Today with
various modes of transportation available, one can
conveniently deliver the products to a customer
located at any part of the world.
 GDP Increase
Gross Domestic Product, commonly known as
GDP, is the money value of the final goods and
services produced within the domestic territory of
the country during an accounting year.
 Free Trade
Free trade is a policy in which a country
does not levy taxes, duties, subsidies or
quota on the import/export of goods or
services from other countries. There are
countries which have resolved to free trade
in specific regions. This allows consumers
to buy goods and services, comparatively at
a lower cost.
 Travel and Tourism
Globalization has promoted tourism to great
heights. International trade among different
countries also helps in increasing the number of
tourists that visit different places around the world.
 External Borrowing
With the help of globalization, there is opportunity
for corporate, national, and sub-national borrowers
to have better access to external finance, with
facilities such as external commercial borrowing
and syndicated loans.
Disadvantages
 Health Issues
Globalization has given rise to more health
risks and presents new threats and challenges
for epidemics.
- the dawn of HIV/AIDS. Having its origin in the
wilderness of Africa, the virus has spread like
wildfire throughout the globe in no time.
- Food items are also transported to various
countries, and this is a matter of
concern, especially in case of perishable items.
 Loss of Culture
With large number of people moving into and out
of a country, the culture takes a backseat. People
may adapt to the culture of the resident country.
They tend to follow the foreign culture
more, forgetting their own roots. This can give rise
to cultural conflicts.
 Uneven Wealth Distribution
It is said that the rich are getting richer while the
poor are getting poorer. In the real
sense, globalization has not been able to reduce
poverty.
 Environment Degradation
The industrial revolution has changed the outlook
of the economy. Industries are using natural
resources by means of mining, drilling, etc. which
puts a burden on the environment.
 Disparity
Though globalization has opened new avenues like
wider markets and employment, there still exists a
disparity in the development of the economies.
Structural unemployment owes to the disparity
created. Developed countries are moving their
factories to foreign countries where labor is cheaply
available.
 Conflicts
It has given rise to terrorism and other forms of
violence. Such acts not only cause loss of
human life but also huge economic losses.
 Cut-throat Competition
Opening the doors of international trade has
given birth to intense competition. This has
affected the local markets dramatically. The
local players thereby suffer huge losses as they
lack the potential to advertise or export their
products on a large scale. Therefore the
domestic markets shrink.